Monday thru Friday Snacks to Beat Hunger and Weight Gain

When hunger strikes, it is easy to reach for packaged, sugary or salty, low-nutrition snacks. Instead, plan on having a snack between breakfast and lunch, and one between lunch and dinner. This will prevent nibbling while cooking from being so hungry that you can't even wait 'til you finish cooking (which can make your 500 calorie dinner end up totaling more like 900 calories) or grabbing a piece of chocolate a few times a day which can total up to 2500 extra calories per week which, without an energy deficit, means you gain a pound a week. At around 100 calories each, these five snacks will curb your hunger, boost your metabolism, and fill you with a boost of nutrition. You'll recognize all of the ingredients--there's nothing fancy or expensive--and some of them may already be in your fridge. They're easy to keep in a tupperware at work or in your gym bag. So, you may have heard of these before, but it just helps to have the info right in front of you, so here it is (one for each day of the week):

About the Submitter

I have been an ACE certified personal trainer since 2000 who has trained over 3000 hours. I specialize in pre- and post-natal fitness, stretching, running, and weight loss. Yoga is also a passion for me and a way of life. I received my Yoga Alliance Teacher Certification in India and love to share the calmness, strength, and openness that yoga offers to people of all ages and abilities.